Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Warranties offered
Customers say: True professional
"Very professional. Cleaned and inspected both fireplaces. Returning in the spring to repair chimney outside."
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Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Credit card accepted
"Daniel’s young apprentice, Sam came out for the job first but didn’t have the right equipment to inspect my narrower wood stove chimney. He didn’t make excuses, handled the stress of it professionally, and apologized profusely. Daniel arrived and went over everything after the inspection with pics and did a thorough cleaning and made a few future recommendations. Due to the inconvenience, he refused to charge me. Even when I tried to give him some money he was emphatic stating that making me happy was his priority and that my review was the best way to keep him in business! That’s above and beyond service! It’s hard to find contractors/companies who are attentive to detail, take pride in their work, responsive, show up on time, clean up the site, communicative, respectful, and just simply kind… KUDOS Daniel and Sam, my new chimney sweeps!!"
Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Mark replaced the chimney crown and repaired cracks throughout the outside brickwork. He was very professional, informative and friendly and got the work done quickly. I highly recommend him."
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Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I AM OVER THE MOON I CAN FINELY USE MY FIREPLACE. OUTSTANDING WORK. WOULD RECOMMEND SHAMROCK TO EVERYONE. THANKYOU! HONEST AND RELIABLE!"
+124
Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Customers say: True professional
"Russ arrived one day and we made an appointment for him to do the masonry work needing done. When he and his crew arrived they went to work and made a different repair than I thought was going to be done bt it was the only way to do it and we were completely satisfied with his work and would hire him again without question."
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Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Credit card accepted
"Very knowledgeable and friendly. Resolved the issue and got fireplace in working condition."
+104
Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Offers commercial services
"They did were quick, professional and friendly. They protected everything in the room and left it clean. We are pleased with our new fireplace insert."
Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
Free estimates
"Three Rivers Brick Ponting & Cleaning is an EXCELLENT company! I am very pleased with their professional service. I’ve worked with them for almost 3-years regarding chimney and brick pointing. And they always give 110% performance! A few weeks ago, I noticed water was beginning to leak around the ceiling area of our chimney. The heavy rains were very unusual for the winter months. Nonetheless, I was concerned the problem would get worse if I waited until spring—so I called Dorin. He responded within 20-minutes! And two-days later he had workers on my roof making repairs. Today, my chimney and ceiling areas are “dry as a bone” (Smile). Thanks Dorin!"
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Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They responded immediately when my furnace and hot water heater both stopped working. They were very professional and very reasonable. All of the work was completed in a day and they were able to work me into their schedule immediately which was important for a family of four with two small kids. The service was outstanding and the workers were very polite and respectful. I have recommended them to my friends and family and they have performed service for them as well and everyone is very happy and satisfied with their work. I would not hesitate to use them in the future for any work that may need done."
Serving Vandergrift, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2014
Emergency services offered
"From start to finish I couldn't have asked for a better experience. They walked me thru what needed done did the work for a very reasonable price and the work was excellent. Would highly recommend them to anybody."
Start with a professional inspection. If damage is limited to a few bricks or the crown, a targeted repair helps keep costs and disruption to a minimum. Severe leaning, widespread mortar failure, or major fire damage usually signals it’s time for a complete teardown and rebuild. Your contractor will outline both price tags, but remember that rebuilding a failing stack is often cheaper than repeated patch jobs and the water leaks or fire hazards they allow.
Cracks provide water with an easy path into the masonry, weakening the bricks and mortar and increasing the risk of collapse or fire. Gaps can also let hot gases and sparks escape into attic spaces. Call a chimney pro as soon as you see cracking so they can seal small joints or recommend a larger rebuild before minor damage turns into a costly emergency.
Smoke rolling back into the room often indicates a blocked flue, a broken damper, or a drafting issue. Have a sweep inspect the damper, flue liner, and any obstructions right away. Most fixes involve clearing debris, repairing the liner, or adjusting the damper so the fireplace pulls air correctly. Don’t light another fire until a professional pinpoints the cause and confirms your system is venting safely.
Most policies cover chimney repairs caused by a sudden, covered event, such as lightning, a fallen tree, or a house fire. They won’t cover damage that stems from neglected maintenance or everyday wear. Review your policy or contact your agent before scheduling work to determine what documentation your insurer requires and what costs you will be responsible for.
Component life spans vary. Clay tile or cast-in-place liners last close to 50 years, while stainless-steel liners last 15 to 20 years. Mortar requires attention every 25 to 30 years, while crowns last 50 to 75 years. Use these numbers as a maintenance roadmap: schedule regular inspections, budget for future upgrades, and replace parts before age-related cracks develop into more significant problems.
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